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15 DONCREST DRIVE • $4,880,000

247 BURBANK DRIVE • $3,248,000

205 NORTON AVENUE • $2,858,000

Spectacular brand new custom-built designer home nestled on a private treed lot. Custom gourmet kitchen with Bosch appliances, auto sensor faucets, Ceasarstone countertops. Master with 10-piece ensuite. Guest bedroom. 12’ ceilings on main. 8,000 + 3,000 sq ft total living space!

Amazing, brand new home boasting approximately 10,000 square feet of living space. Luxury house with an elevator! One-of-a-kind property backing onto ravine! Never has there been this luxury in this area!

Gorgeous custom-built new home, sitting on diamond-shaped land with depth of 180’, a masterpiece! Approximately 4,400 sq ft. Professionally finished lower level, 5+1 bedroom, 7 bath, 2 laundry rooms, finished basement with heated floors, amazing modern design bar & wine cellar.

JUST LISTED

JUST LISTED

COMING SOON

235 MCKEE AVENUE • $2,598,000

248 SPRING GARDEN AVENUE • $2,199,000

62 ATHABASKA AVENUE • $1,880,000

Brand new custom-built home boasting over 6,000 square feet of luxury living space. Your dream home in a beautiful neighbourhood!

Luxury home featuring 5+2 bedrooms, approximately 4,200 sqaure feet plus basement, sitting on a 50’ lot. Close to subway, schools, and shopping malls.

Luxury custom-built house, 4 bedroom & 6 washrooms, very high ceiling, gorgeous master bedroom with 2-sided fireplace with spa-like 6-pc ensuite.

EXCLUSIVE 434 EMPRESS AVENUE • $1,299,000

197 WILFRED AVENUE • $1,298,000

2 ANNDALE DRIVE, #1302 • $580,000

Pie-shaped lot widens to 62’! Situated in desirable Willowdale. Great opportunity to live or build in Bayview and Sheppard area. Great community and wonderful amenities. Good schools, Earl Haig, parks, theatres, Bayview Village Mall, steps away from subway, TTC, Highway 401.

Charming house on 50’ lot in prime North York location on quiet street. Rare opportunity with fantastic potential. Among million-dollar homes. Walk to park, Bayview Village Mall, and all amenities! Professional landscaping, steps to Earl Haig SS, McKee PS, subway, Hwy 401, shopping & restaurants.

Brand new luxury corner unit in Tridel Hallmark Centre. Approximately 880 sq ft with 2 separate bedrooms, sauna, steam room, swimming pool, 24-hr concierge, whole food market, and fitness centre. Direct access to 2 subways.

SOLD CONDITIONALLY

SOLD

SOLD

2 ANNDALE DRIVE, #204 • $498,000

331 SPRING GARDEN AVENUE

316 HOLLYWOOD AVENUE

Large brand new luxury 1+1 unit with approximately 200’ terrace. Feels like a house with backyard. Direct access to 2 subways, 24-hr concierge, Whole Foods Market, fitness centre, sauna, steam room and swimming pool.

SHARON RAISED THE PRICE IN WILLOWDALE

BY SELLING 331 SPRING GARDEN FOR $2,830,000!

SOLD IN JUST 1 WEEK FOR OVER THE ASKING PRICE!

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73 KINGSDALE AVENUE

200 CHURCHILL AVENUE

116 NIPIGON AVENUE

LISTED AT $2,688,000

LISTED AT $2,098,000

LISTED AT $1,998,800

SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

SOLD!

SOLD!

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223 BYNG AVENUE

371 HOLLYWOOD AVENUE

21 CLAIRTRELL ROAD, PH 701

LISTED AT $1,878,000

LISTED AT $1,398,000

LISTED AT $1,388,000

SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

232 HILLCREST AVENUE

4 STUART AVENUE

1 CLAIRTRELL ROAD, #1201

LISTED AT $1,268,000

SOLD IN 1 DAY FOR ASKING PRICE!

LISTED AT $550,000

SOLD!

SOLD!

SOLD!

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206 BYNG AVENUE

210 DUNFOREST AVENUE

68 PRINCESS AVENUE

Gorgeous custom home with superior quality and finishing. Professional walk-out basement, 60’ x 160’ lot size. Over 5,000 square feet.

Stunning custom built home on fantastic and rare 62.5’ x 134’ lot! Unparalleled quality with superior workmanship! Over 4,600 square feet plus finished walk-out basement!

Fabulous custom home! Full of Charm, Character & Quality! Steps away from Earl Haig School and Yonge Street! Separate finished walk-out basement with side door! 50’ x 130’ lot size!

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Fantastic quality custom built home on 50’ x 160’ lot in one of the best locations in Willowdale West. Close to all amenities! Very rich home. Must see!

Spectacular custom built home! Elegantly designed and masterfully crafter on a deep 43’ x 160’ pool size lot! Great value! Best schools!

Gorgeous unique new custom built home with wide frontage in the heart of Willowdale East! Tastefully designed and lavishly spent! 3-car garage!

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379 HORSHAM AVENUE

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Beautiful solid custom home on deep 50’ x 150’ lot.

Unique layout, top workmanship. 5+1 bedrooms, 7 washrooms! Heated floor, walk-out finished basement!

Fantastic custom built home on wide 57’ x 132.5’ lot!

Modern design! 5+2 bedrooms, approximately 4,500 square feet + lower level!

Magnificent custom built home on wide 57’ x 132.5’ lot! Superbly designed and crafted! Large bedroom with own Ensuite! Approx 4,500 sf + lower level!

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261 DUNFOREST AVENUE

269 GREENFIELD AVENUE

Custom home on 60’ x 150’ lot! Almost 12 years old!

5+1 bedrooms, 5 washrooms!

Spectacular custom built home on 50’ x 136.5’ lot in best block of Dunforest Ave! Top quality & material!

Approx 4,000 sq ft + finished walk-out basement!

Gorgeous custom built home on 25’ x 120’ lot with high-end material and superb craftsmanship. Close to Sheppard Avenue and all amenities!

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t doesn't matter if you live in a five-storey home, or in a studio apartment, chances are you have a problem with clutter. A recent survey conducted for Professional Organizers in Canada revealed that nearly three out of four of us feel disorganized. There's no better time than the new year to take stock of what you need and what needs to go.

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TINA HOLMES , a home décor expert for the GTA Home + Reno Show, says it's important to tackle your clutter head on. “Clutter creates stress. It gives you a sense that your space is in flux and things need to get done. This prevents you from having a relaxing experience in your own home.”

First order of business when de-cluttering is to take out all the unnecessary items. “Be ruthless,” says Holmes. “Over the course of just one year, we collect so many things and you may not realize it, but even small giveaway key chains and old magazines add up. If you have not used it in the past year – and it's not a seasonal item - you should really consider if you still need to keep it. Once you've cleared out all unwanted items, focus on maximizing shelving space.” »h

Home renovation and design experts are happy to give us helpful advice on how to maximize the space we do have.

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Holmes points out for example, that the GTA Home + Reno Show is a good starting point for homeowners looking for guidance.

“We have experts on site who can advise the best options for your particular needs. Make sure you bring your floor plan, pictures of your current space, or even magazine clippings of your design inspiration so they can steer you in the right direction.”

Holmes also highlights the show's local exhibitors: “The majority of them are local GTA and Canadian suppliers so they really know the market. They are familiar with the general concerns of GTA residents, they know the standard layout of most homes and condos, and they know the storage requirements needed in changing seasons because they deal with those exact same conditions themselves.” www.newscanada.com

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It showcases MORE THAN 250 of the area's TOP Contractors, Home Experts, and Suppliers.

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HULLMARK CENTRE OFFICE FOR SALE & FOR LEASE Sheppard & Yonge, famous Hullmark Centre building, Class A office. 800 - 2,000 square feet, direct access to subway and TTC, close to Highway 401 and all amenities. Please call for more details. Closing on December.

LAWRENCE & AVENUE

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$2,880,000

Custom-built luxury home featuring approximately 3,800 square feet, with modern design, top brand appliances, and high-quality materials. Currently under construction, will be completed by FEB 2015.

RICHMOND HILL

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$918,000

Bayview & N Major Mac. Beautiful, detached home in a highdemand location. With 9’ ceilings on the main floor and 2 ensuite bedrooms. Bright and spacious. Access to garage. South-facing with many upgrades. Walk to buses and shopping mall.

KENNEDY & 16TH AVENUE

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$1,180,000

Brand new detached luxury home in high-demand area featuring approximately 3,225 square feet, with top brand appliances and high-quality materials. Close to highway 404 & 407.

65 SPRING GARDEN

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$695,000

Yonge, Sheppard & Doris. 1,671 square feet, 2 bedrooms plus den, eat-in kitchen, large balcony, fireplace, west exposure, including 2 parking spaces.

17 KENASTON GARDEN

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$480,000

Bayview & Sheppard, low rise luxury condo. Bright and clean.

SE exposure. Steps to Bayview Village Shopping Mall, Hwy 401, and subway. 9’ ceilings, granite counter. Split bedrooms.

Engineered hardwood throughout. 1 parking and 1 locker (owned). Just move in. Convenience store on site! This has it all!

SOLD 5418 YONGE STREET

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$600,000

Great location! Royal Arms by Tridel. One of a kind, southeast corner. 1,600 square feet, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, family room, balcony, 2-car parking and locker. $100,000 in upgrades from top to bottom. Possession April, 2015.

NORTH YORK

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$2,580,000

Bayview & Finch. Brand new custom-built home in Willowdale area. 48’ x 161’ lot with over 4,000 square feet, 5+1 bedrooms, 6 washrooms, and 2-car garage. Famous school zone, close to TTC, subway and high-end shopping mall.

NORTH YORK

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$1,380,000

Sheppard & Bayview, prime location in Bayview Village.

Beautiful bungalow with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2-car garage and 4 parking spaces. 60’ x 126’ lot with professional designed landscaping. Close to subway, shopping, Earl Haig School District and easy access to Highway 401, 404 and hospital.